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What is Kerala Coconut Oil? What is coconut oil good for?

Coconut oil (velichenna नारियल तेल or copra oilവെളിച്ചെണ്ണ) is an edible oil extracted from the kernel or meat of mature coconuts harvested from the coconut palm or coconut tree(Cocos nucifera). Since the early days, Kerala, the South Indian state is known for its fair share of Coconut trees. It forms a major part of the landscape in Kerala. In fact, the name, Kerala has come from the word ‘Kera’ meaning coconut trees. Supreme quality coconuts are collected from selected farmers who follow farming techniques which do not comprise the usage of harmful pesticides or fertilizers in any form. Outer coir layer of coconut is removed and the hard shell is cracked open to make it to two pieces. The water content or juice inside the coconut kernel is normally used in making Appams and various other recipes in Kerala cuisine.

Coconut shell with white fleshy matter is dried in sunlight for a couple of weeks to remove the water content. Dried coconut shrinks in size, curls in shape and it’s separated from the hard shell. The dried coconut is also termed as ‘Copra’. Copra is made to small pieces and crushed to extract oil. It has various applications. Because of its high saturated fat content, it is slow to oxidize and, thus, resistant to rancidification

Natural coconut oil is directly collected from trusted coconut farmers and 100% genuine oil without any preservatives or adulterants. Coconut products, as we know are a special attraction from the South Indian State of Kerala.

What can coconut oil be used for? Health benefits of coconut oil

Coconut oil is considered to be one of the safest oil for cooking. It does not contain the Trans fatty acids and does not breakdown even at high temperature. The health benefits of this oil include hair care, skincare, stress relief, weight loss and increased immunity. It is an easily digestible oil which helps in the smooth functioning of the digestive system.

What are the different types and varieties of coconut Oil? Different brands of coconut oil available online